2011 Dodge Nitro Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2011 2010 2009 2008 2007
Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 -16 City / 21 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
210 -260
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jamie Amero
Love the look ofthe nitro . And the 4x4.
BEST CAR I'V EVER HAD . RIDES LIKE A CADALLIC AND GOOD ON GAS . 630km TO A TANK . V6 . I HAD IT FOR 6 YEARS . AND BOUGHT IT SECOND HAND IT HAD OVER 203 THOUSAND km ON IT WHEN I BOUGHT IT . AND STILL GOING STRONG .IT CAN GO 120 AROUND A CORNER LIKE ITS ON TRACK'S .NO ROLLING .LOVE MY NIRTO .
accountCircle Robin C
Dodge nitro is the best! Drives and runs like a dream!
Great vehicle, normal maintenance, no problems, very dependable, roomy. This vehicle gets good gas mileage. I have not currently had any issues with my vehicle. I wish the manufacturer still made this model. This vehicle is easy to get replacement parts for at the local auto parts store or dealership.
accountCircle Cessie M
Perfect mom-mobile, comfy and kid proof!
The nitro is very roomy. Excellent gas mileage.. I travel a lot for work and my kids. The four wheel drive capability is fantastic. The nitro will handle any amount of snow. It is a very reliable vehicle. The only thing besides maintenance I have had to fix was the water pump. The back seats and the front passenger seat fold completely down, and they are covered in a hard plastic to keep from ripping. I have moved several of my friends using the nitro. The stock sound system is also great, I like music with a lot of bass and you would be surprised at how well the stock stereo speakers are in the car. It is very easy to clean as the seats move all the way back allowing to clean every part of the carpet. I love the nitro, it is perfect for my two kids and I.
accountCircle Kathleen D
Good mileage smooth riding.
I love pi drives smooth good gas mileage comfort nice no complaints nice color good radio cruise control smooth.
accountCircle Ieshia H
My vehicle is amazing and driving good.
My vehicles drives very nicely and smooth. I had to replace one of my front lights the other day. When I bought my vehicle it was in good shape and still is. It was really worth buying. It sometimes runs hot so it can sometimes get annoying having to turn my vehicle off and wait for it to cool off if there is or is not any antifreeze.
accountCircle Kathy P
Very comfortable with lots of room and I drive on a daily basis.
Love my nitro, it has 4 wheel drive, ac, power sunroof, very comfortable to ride in whether in front seat or back. Great in the snow, very safe, lots of room for carrying things both rear seats fold flat for extra room. Have used it on vacation & fishing trips & anywhere we go.
accountCircle Wayne L
GREAT ALL ROUND SUV FOR CITY AND OFF ROAD DRIVING, HAS LUXURY DRIVING FEATURES
My SUV is reliable and fuel efficient, it has a very comfortable interior with all the necessary options for a comfortable drive. It handles well on the road and has plenty of pick up with it's 4.0 litre engine and it's 6 cylinders. Just an all round good driving experience.
accountCircle Natasha B
My durable reliable and hot car.
It is durable very reliable the build is beautiful I couldn't ask for a better car. It is a smooth ride the chrome finish makes the car stands out so much more, the built in speakers are top quality and seem to be custom. I honestly couldn't be more happier with my car purchase.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Linda K
Would not recommend to anyone piece of garbage.
It is a piece of garbage sorry we bought it nothing but problems very disappointed in purchase constant electric problems.
accountCircle Annette M
Body style looks good and is nice SUV.
The nitro has some issues the plastic fenders the accelerator issues and the heater and ac does not properly work. The nitro should have made all models four wheel drive. It also can flip over very easy the Dodge copied the Jeep and only made nitro certain years. It could've been better built since it is Dodge.
accountCircle jeremie a
Never buy this car. It will be a waste of your money and stay away from dodge trucks.
I have had nothing but problems with this car since I have gotten it. Two tire pressure sensors have gone out, my engine light would not go off and now the abs and trac control light wont go off. I hate this truck and so glad they don't make it anymore.
accountCircle Kelsey J
It is a truck, so it is really hard on gas.
It is too big for my liking. It is always a tire problem, and is also really hard on gas especially in the summer time and when it is really cold outside. But overall it is comfortable for the other passengers. There is a lot of trunk space and a lot of nice compartments in the car as well. Also the brakes are horrible as well.
accountCircle Andrea S
Great vehicle overall just had a few issues but it was a pretty reliable car.
The dodge is a great car to get to and from work.It's great on gas mileage, however I did have to take it into the shop for tires leaking and bad sensors. It seemed like there was always something going wrong with it. My interior leather seats started to crack and the crom started to peel off. It does not have a touch screen it is just a normal old fashion screen. Loved that it has cruise control. I was able to haul around my giant dog in the back. Lots of room and space for moving hauling and taking people wherever they needed to go.
accountCircle Steven R
Day to day in my dodge nitro.
Shifting gears slows down on the freeway. Always has a lagging effect when I try to speed up to go along with traffic. Been having electrical issues even though I have taken well good care by getting it serviced regularly. Seats are not very comfortable and is starting to rust.
accountCircle Donna M
Its 4 by 4. Which is good for winter.
Its ok. It just has some pieces loose. Under dash is falling. Back of seat panel falls off. It doesn't have dual air.
accountCircle Monique G
A simple and easy vehicle to get you where you need to be.
My nitro rides like a dream. I haven't had any issues from the vehicle. There is not a lot of new age features ( GPS, backup camera) but it does have a spot for a annex cord. As long as you keep up with its maintenance, it is a good car to travel in or just going to the store. I have used it in the mountains and I had little to no issues in the snow.

Dodge Nitro Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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SE
210 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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Heat
210-260 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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SXT
210-260 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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Detonator
260 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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Shock
260 HP 17 MPG 5 Seats
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2011 Dodge Nitro Owner Reviews

4.07
124 Reviews
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5 stars 40%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 17%
2 stars 4%
1 star 2%
accountCircle Sandy H on June 24, 2021
Black with gray hood stripes, sunroof & 20” wheels.
Best vehicle I have ever owned! Bought it new in 2011 and haven't had literally any mechanical issues whatsoever. Hate to ever let this one go! Love the size and the seats are comfortable. The one thing I might change is the low profile tires as they seem more slippery on ice but love the 20” wheels.
accountCircle Chantawn A on June 7, 2021
The good and bad of owning a dodge nitro.
Love that it sits high up, like that it is spacious, comes with remote starter, no major issues just wear and tear do to age of my vehicle, has a CD player, nice size trunk, backseat let’s down which comes in handy when or if you have to move, power windows no sunroof.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Fawn R.

It sits high up and it drives nicely. It is good on gas. It was my daughter's car and I lost her. It makes me feel like I have her with me. It is good on maintenance. The cons are that it does not have electric windows.

likeFilled Nicholas T.

Its roomy with comfortable seating. Easy to use seat controls and plenty of cup holders. Gas mileage isn't bad got a bigger vehicle. Window controls work well, good sound systems. Large trunk space I use mine as a work vehicle with my tools in the trunk and it works well.

likeFilled Dustin Z.

Safety and 4WD and little blind spots and look. This car is great it has all necessary things that make up a good car such as look, design, safety, internal design. I like the size of the wheels and the extra tire it comes with in case of a flat tire.

likeFilled Tammy K.

Great in bad weather comfortable seating and plenty of room. Has 2 phone jacks. Seems to be decent on gas mileage. 4 doors 4wd with a dial to engage. Has hooks in cargo area for groceries. Reclining seats and moonroof.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Fawn R.

It does not have Heated seats. It does not have enough horsepower. The controls are not easy to operate. It only has one outlet in the front of the car. It is impossible to charge more than one thing at a time.

dislikeFilled Nicholas T.

I don't like how it drives in bad weather. The slide assist takes over too early and I feel like I am just sliding around all the time. Almost feels as if it's going to roll sometimes when I am getting on and off highway exits and I am not even going very fast.

dislikeFilled Dustin Z.

It takes a lot of gas. Bad gas mileage. I am not a huge fan of the red color. The model has been taken down due to a few defects I believe. So that should tell you that while it is a great car for some, it does have a lot of problems, enough to be taken down.

dislikeFilled Tammy K.

The skirting around the bottom seems fragile and cracked the windshield is difficult to clean due to angle. I do not believe they manufacture these anymore which could become a problem with parts eventually.

Ranks #17 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2011 Dodge Nitro has an average owner rating of 4.00 out of 5 which ranks it #17 of 26 other Compact SUVs.

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4.12

Ranks #12 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2011 Dodge Nitro has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #12 of 26 other Compact SUVs.

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21 MPG

Is The 2011 Dodge Nitro A Good Car?

Yes the 2011 dodge nitro se is a good vehicle.. Very sturdy to drive roomy for a family of 5. Leg room and train drive is awesome.. Good truck to have for a long term family vehicle.
Karisa W.
It has overall been a very good vehicle. It is starting to show it is age right now with the miles and all the wear and tear.
Julie C.
I have been very happy with the dodge nitro. It has the cargo room that I need and gets a round well in the snow during the winter.
Terry A.
Absolutely. I purchased it new, 8.5 years ago, and have not had an issue until recently, and that is just a gas cap light/fuel line possibly?
Isis B.

How Reliable Is The 2011 Dodge Nitro?

The 2011 dodge nitro se USA very reliable truck.. I have had my truck for 3 months now with no problems.. It has not even acted like it wanted to give problems.
Karisa W.
It has been reliable so far. Other then the normal wear and tear, I have not had any major problems with this vehicle.
Julie C.
I have had no major issues. Just normal routine maintenance. It is drives nice in all weather conditions and has never left me stranded anywhere.
Terry A.
Very reliable. After eight years I am experiencing my first issue (gas cap light came on). Best vehicle I have ever owned.
J B.

Is The 2011 Dodge Nitro A Good Value?

It is costing me a total of 16,345 and I am still making payments.., it could be a little cheaper but this price fits my budget a little I should be done in 2 years.
Karisa W.
I bought it used and I do not remember the cost I paid for it. I believe it was a good value for when I bought it since it was almost 2 years old when purchased and I still have that same vehicle now.
Julie C.
I bought the vehicle used for I believed around 12,000. I would say that it is a good value due to the fact that I have never had any problems with the vehicle.
Terry A.
New, back in 2011, it was $33,000. I think all cars are overpriced but for the dependability and overall excellence of this SUV, it was definitely a good value.
Bonnie A.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2011 Dodge Nitro 3.7 Thermostat location?

Answer: A 2011 Dodge Nitro equipped with a 3.7L engine is going to have it's thermostat located under the hood of the vehicle. You're going to need to go ahead and reach in and pull on the hood release lever then head...

What would cause my 2011 Dodge Nitro check engine light to come on?

Answer: The check engine light, on a 2011 Dodge Nitro and all other vehicles, is essentially a catch all for diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), which need to be read with an OBD-II scan tool. The causes for the light to...

What are some of the 2011 dodge nitro ac problems?

Answer: If you want to know the most common problems with the AC on the 2011 Dodge Nitro, you've come to the right place. One of the main reasons why the AC won't work is due to a refrigerant leak. Sometimes with age,...

What's the dodge nitro lug pattern?

Answer: The Dodge Nitro features a wheel bolt pattern of 5 X114.3 mm and this means it useS5 lug nuts to secure its wheels to their hubs that form a diameter of 114.3 mm. "MM" stands for millimeters and most wheel...

What kind of oil does a dodge nitro take?

Answer: The kind of oil the Dodge Nitro takes iS5w-20. Your oil needs to be changed eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't change it, there will be problems with the engine....
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Safety & Reliability

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